Elite City AEW Podcast - Weekly Wrestling Talk
By AEW Elite City
We talk everything All Elite Wrestling, from AEW Dynamite, Collision and Rampage to news, pay-per-views, and more!
Elite City AEW Podcast - Weekly Wrestling TalkJun 28, 2023
Dynasty Recap & Dynamite Thoughts
Swerve Strickland is world champion, Willow Nightingale is TBS Champion, Toni Storm retained, the Young Bucks are tag champions, Jack Perry is back, Bryan Danielson & Will Ospreay had an incredible match, and also Chris Jericho was there.
Then on Dynamite, the Elite took things too far and attacked Tony Khan!
Hear all our thoughts!
AEW Dynasty Preview & Predictions
We run through the complete card for AEW Dynasty and make our picks. Will Swerve become World Champion? Will Toni Storm retain? Will Bryan Danielson and Will Ospreay have the greatest match ever? All that and more!
Wednesday Night Security Footage
AEW aired security footage on prime time TV and everyone is mad, ROH had a pay per view, and so much more!
What is ROH Anyway?
With ROH Supercard of Honor coming up, we talk about what AEW is doing with ROH, whether it's working, and what they should do. Then we discuss women's wrestling, video games, and what we would change about AEW.
Episode 100
We celebrate the 100th episode of the Elite City AEW Podcast by talking about why we watch AEW, our favorite wrestling shows, what wrestling gimmicks we use, and a lot more. Thank you to everyone who has been listening!
Three Hours in Toronto
We talk all about the huge three hours of live wrestling AEW put on this Wednesday, including Eddie Kingston vs. Kazuchika Okada, the situation with Mercedes Mone, Adam Copeland vs Christian Cage, and so much more!
Big Business
We talk about the AEW debut of Mercedes Mone and the Big Business episode of Dynamite, including what's next for Wardlow, why does "LionHook" exist, Eddie Kingston and Okada, and much more.
Revolution Review & Okada Arrives!
We talk about the OUTSTANDING AEW Revolution pay-per-view, Okada officially becoming All Elite, and everything else going on in AEW.
AEW Revolution Preview & Predictions
We talk about Sting's final match, the AEW Championship match between Samoa Joe, Swerve, and Hangman Page, and everything else that's going down this Sunday at AEW Revolution. We also talk about what we think will happen and make predictions for the show.
It's STING!!!
With his retirement rapidly approaching, we spend a significant portion of this episode talking about The Icon Sting, including his emotional promo from this week's Dynamite and so much more!
The Aftermath of Vince McMahon
Content warning: This episode deals with the Vince McMahon situation which is disturbing.
We talk about what the Vince McMahon situation means for professional wrestling and what the industry looks like without him in it.
Sting Wins Gold
Sting is a champion in All Elite Wrestling, Hangman Page and Swerve Strickland don't settle anything, and AEW is about to do some Big Business! We talk about all this and more on this week's podcast!
Women's Wrestling
We turn the show over to Bitty, Jay, and Gina to talk about everything in wrestling from the potential AEW debut of Mercedes Mone to how AEW books women and so much more.
The AEW Rankings Return!
We talk about the return of the AEW rankings, how cool Swerve Strickland is, the Toni Storm/Deonna Purrazzo feud, Minoru Suzuki vs Adam Copeland, and the current AEW ticket sales slump.
Is Okada Going to AEW?
We talk about the biggest news of the week: Kazuchika Okada is leaving NJPW. Is he coming to AEW?
Plus, Hook was elevated to the main event this week, the Young Bucks had a segment, and Toni Storm talked about Orson Wells' butt.
The State of AEW in 2024
What is the state of All Elite Wrestling in 2024?
We go in depth with our thoughts on AEW as it stands today, the company's past, some of its biggest missteps and successes, where we think it's going in the future, and if we're happy with the company right now.
Where do you think AEW stands today?
AEW World's End Review
We're back with our first show of 2024! We talk about AEW World's End, including the conclusion of the Continental Classic, the AEW World Title Match, and the reveal of the Devil! Then we discuss a bit of what happened on Dynamite this week and where we think things are going in the future.
AEW World's End 2023 Preview
We preview the entire card for AEW World's End and make our predictions for each match, including our picks for who we think the Devil is now!
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Festivus Airing of Grievances
It's the holiday episode! We talk about basically whatever we want and air our grievances about AEW and wrestling in general. Hope you enjoy and have a happy holiday season!
Our 2023 AEW Awards
We look back on the year that was and name our picks for best male and female wrestlers, AEW match of the year, best feud, and much more! Plus we talk about our favorite things AEW has done this year - and a few things they slipped up on.
Why is Wrestling Media So Bad?
This week, we change things up and talk about wrestling "journalism." Joined by friend of the show Paul, we discuss why wrestling media is as bad as it is, if it's getting worse, and if there's any hope for the future. Plus, are we wrestling media? Maybe! Listen and find out!
CM Punk Goes to WWE and Our 2024 Predictions
2023 was an unpredictable year in wrestling, huh? We look back at the predictions we made at this time last year and make new ones for 2024. We also talk about the wrestling news of the week, including CM Punk going back "home" and the excellent segment between Christian Cage and Adam Copeland on AEW Dynamite.
AEW Full Gear 2023 Review
We talk about everything that happened at Full Gear, including the incredible Swerve Strickland vs Hangman Adam Page match, MJF vs Jay White, Toni Storm and Julia Hart winning big, and much more!
AEW Full Gear 2023 Preview
This week we talk all about AEW Full Gear, breaking down all the matches and making predictions. We also pick who the Devil could be and when they'll be revealed, what Tony Khan meant by "one of the world's best wrestlers" signing a contract at the show, and much more!
What Makes AEW Special?
This week, we talk about what sets AEW apart from WWE, Mariah May's AEW debut, Samoa Joe vacating the ROH TV Title, and more. Plus, we have new theories about MJF and the Devil!
So who is the Devil anyway?
In this week's Elite City AEW Podcast, we talk about Sting's upcoming retirement, the news that Ric Flair has signed a multi-year deal with AEW, MJF becoming the longest reigning champion in company history, who the Devil could be, and so much more!
Everyone in AEW is Coming for MJF
We're back with a new format, a new cover image, and so much stuff to talk about! We discuss how everyone is coming after MJF and the AEW World Title, the AEW debut of Ric Flair and how Christian Cage destroyed him, the greatness of Bryan Danielson, whether anyone in AEW might leave for WWE, and much more!
Title Tuesday
We talk about everything that happened over the last week in AEW, including the AEW/NXT battle, the Christian Cage/Adam Copeland saga, the new champions being crowned, and more. Plus we try our best to talk about that very uncomfortable MJF/Juice Robinson segment.
Question of the Week: Will Swerve Strickland be the next AEW World Champion?
Adam Copeland AEW Debut & WrestleDream Thoughts
On this day, we see clearly. Adam Copeland is in All Elite Wrestling. We give you our thoughts, talk about everything that happened at AEW WrestleDream, and more. Plus, is Bryan Danielson the best professional wrestler ever?
AEW WrestleDream Preview & Predictions
We preview the upcoming AEW WrestleDream pay-per-view and make out predictions for Bryan Danielson vs Zack Sabre Jr., Hangman Adam Page vs. Swerve Strickland, and much more!
AEW Grand Slam Preview & Predictions
We preview all the matches for this week's AEW Dynamite and AEW Rampage episodes from Arthur Ashe Stadium in Queens, New York. Plus, we talk about Jade Cargill leaving AEW and much more.
Watch Out For The Shooooe!
We talk about the Grand Slam tournament, Swerve Strickland and Hangman Page, Toni Storm, Jon Moxley as International Champion, Bryan Danielson, and everything else that happened on AEW Dynamite, Rampage, and Collision this week!
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CM Punk is Gone & AEW All Out Review
Paul joins Blasko and Rick to talk about CM Punk being terminated with cause from All Elite Wrestling, what this means for AEW Collision and the company as a whole, and much more. Then we review AEW All Out and discuss what could be next for MJF, Orange Cassidy, Jon Moxley, and Christian.
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All In 2023 Review
We talk about the record-breaking AEW All In show that happened at Wembley Stadium in London, then we discuss AEW All Out which is happening in a few days (!?).
Question of the week: What do you think of AEW adding more pay-per-views?
AEW All In London Preview
We break down the entire card for the Biggest Event in Wrestling History, as All Elite Wrestling presents All In. MJF vs Adam Cole, CM Punk vs Samoa Joe, FTR vs the Young Bucks, Hikaru Shida vs Toni Storm, Britt Baker, and Saraya, and so much more. You don't want to miss this!
Question of the week: What will be the match of the show at All In?
More All In Matches Announced
We talk about the matches that have now been announced for AEW All In London, plus everything that happened on AEW Dynamite, Collision, and a bit of Rampage too!
Question of the week: Who does Kenny Omega face at All In?
Dynamite 200 Review & the All In Card Takes Shape
Bitty's back and we talk all about the 200th episode of Dynamite, the Elite re-signing with AEW, the matches announced and teased for All In, CM Punk as the "real world's champion", the AEW women's division, how AEW can grow coming out of the Wembley Stadium show, and so much more!
Better Than You Bay Bay!!!
In this week's episode, we talk about Orange Cassidy's International Title reign and who can possibly beat him, the latest addition to the Mogul Embassy, the emotional rollercoaster that was the MJF/Adam Cole/FTR match, CM Punk spray painting his AEW Title, and much more. Plus, we talk about the AEW women's division, All In, and everything else AEW.
Blood & Guts Review & More!
We recap Blood & Guts and everything that happened on AEW Dynamite, AEW Rampage, and AEW Collision, including the hilarious MJF/Adam Cole team, the Royal Rampage, CM Punk and Ricky Starks, and so much more.
Owen Hart Tournament Finals, Blood & Guts Preview
We talk about the reveal of the final members of the BCC and Elite teams for Blood & Guts then preview the upcoming AEW Dynamite match. We then discuss the end of the Owen Hart Foundation tournament, the incredible tag team title match from AEW Collision, and everything else that happened this week.
QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What would you do to improve AEW Battle of the Belts?
AEW Tournaments & New Fear City Interview
We talk about the men's and women's Owen Hart tournaments happening right now in All Elite Wrestling, the Blind Eliminator Tag Team Tournament also happening, the hype for the upcoming Blood & Guts match, AEW Fight Forever, and much more. Then we have a talk with Nicholas of New Fear City NYC and learn all about no ring death matches (00:45:45)
Forbidden Door 2023 Review
We recap the 2023 edition of AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door, including the absolutely incredible Kenny Omega vs. Will Ospreay match, Bryan Danielson vs. Kazuchika Okada, the Toronto crowd's reaction to CM Punk, and so much more!
Dynamite Recap, Collision Debut, Dynamite & Forbidden Door Previews
It's a huge time for AEW! We recap last week's Dynamite (00:01:35) and the debut episode of AEW Collision (00:21:22).
Then we preview this week's upcoming Dynamite (00:55:35) as well as the AEWxNJPW Forbidden Door pay-per-view! (01:09:42)
Question of the week: It's another huge week for AEW. What are you most looking forward to in the next week of wrestling?
Huge Week for AEW & Interview with Bulk Nasty
We talk about what promises to be an absolutely huge week coming up for AEW, including an incredible card for AEW Dynamite as well as the debut of AEW Collision. Then we launch our new "Interview City" segment, featuring independent wrestler Bulk Nasty.
(00:35:02) Interview with Bulk Nasty
CM Punk's Return is Official & Forbidden Door Starts Taking Shape
In this week's Elite City AEW Podcast, we talk about the official announcement of CM Punk's return - and speculate about the announcement that this week's Dynamite will have another announcement about Collision. Plus, we discuss Bullet Club, Ricky Starks, and FTR; Don Callis and Takeshita getting booed out the building; what's next for Kris Statlander; and so much more. Then we talk about potentially the first two Forbidden Door matches and how absolutely incredible they could be.
QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What do you think about CM Punk returning?
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AEW Double or Nothing 2023 Review
We review what went down at AEW Double or Nothing 2023, including the TBS Title match, the Four Pillars match, Anarchy in the Arena, and everything else! Plus, we look ahead to this week's AEW Dynamite, talk about what we think will happen during the big summer that AEW has coming up, and much more!
Question of the week: You can only pick one as the best wrestler today, is it Kenny Omega or Bryan Danielson?
Programming note: The podcast is moving to Monday/Tuesday starting with this week as we get ready for the debut of AEW Collision.
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AEW Double or Nothing Preview & The CM Punk Files
We talk about the upcoming AEW Double or Nothing pay-per-view and make our predictions for every match. It was announced that AEW Collision is debuting from the United Center in Chicago - and you know what that means! This prompts Blasko to go in depth and try to figure out the truth behind Brawl Out and everything that has happened in the last year, in a segment that we are calling "The CM Punk Files". We also talk about the AEW Fight Forever video game and so much more!
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(00:00:06) Introduction
(00:00:47) AEW Collision is coming to Chicago
(00:04:32) The CM Punk Files
(00:42:10) AEW Double or Nothing Predictions
(01:05:53) AEW Fight Forever has a release date
(01:12:17) What will be the match of the night at Double or Nothing?
Year 2: AEW Collision Announced & CM Punk Drama
Yes, there was more CM Punk drama this week! We kick off year two of the Elite City AEW Podcast talking about the announcement of AEW Collision, before going into everything involving CM Punk. We then review the latest episode of AEW Dynamite, including Roderick Strong vs Chris Jericho, Britt Baker & Hikaru Shida vs Toni Storm & Ruby Soho, Ricky Starks vs Jay White, The Elite reunion, and so much more!
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(00:00:08) Introduction
(00:01:29) AEW Collision Announcement
(00:06:22) CM Punk rumors
(00:23:04) AEW Dynamite Review
(01:15:21) AEW Double or Nothing Card Speculation
Episode 52: One Year Celebration Spectacular
Elite City is a year old! We celebrate with a super-sized anniversary episode! We talk about everything that happened on AEW Dynamite, including Jon Moxley vs Kenny Omega in a cage, the House of Black and their "House Rules" match, Anna Jay vs Julia Hart, and so much more! What a week! Miro is back! Thunder Rosa is back! Bitty is back! Plus, we have a new website: EliteCityPod.com. Thank you for listening!
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(00:00:14) Introduction
(00:03:55) AEW Dynamite Review
(01:09:49) One year celebration featuring Bitty
(01:46:22) Fan questions!
(01:46:22) Thank you for one year and looking forward
Episode 51: All In On The Road to Double or Nothing
We talk about the honestly incredible ticket sales for AEW's All In London and speculate on how big it could possibly get. Then we recap AEW Dynamite, including the Adam Cole/Britt Baker/Chris Jericho feud, the Four Pillars, the Outcasts angle featuring the return of Hikaru Shida, and much more. We also discuss what looks to be the end of AEW Dark and Dark: Elevation and talk about what we expect to see from the upcoming Saturday show, Collision.
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(00:00:12) Introduction
(00:01:03) All In Ticket Sales
(00:11:42) AEW Dynamite Review
(01:09:07) The end of Dark and Elevation
(01:14:15) AEW Collision Rumors